Pastor's Points
I take a pastor’s privilege to thank God for the outstanding lay leaders in this church that God is using. This is a time for celebration and praise to God because, in just a few days after the call went out from our Board of Stewards declaring a Great Day of Giving for missions, the Frazer Family responded with more than $529,531. That entire offering goes for the support of mission commitments we have made for 2009. Thanks to Andy Harris and Tom Calender for their words last Sunday. To God be the glory. (more)

What's Happening At Frazer
-Church-Wide News and Events
-Children & Student Opportunities
-Serving & Volunteer Opportunities
-Discipleship & Fellowship Opportunities

Church-Wide News and Events
CHETTE WILLIAMS TO SPEAK AT FRAZER MARCH 29
Auburn University football team chaplain Chette Williams will speak Sunday, March 29 at 6 p.m. in Wesley Hall. Come hear Chette share what the cross has meant to his own life and to the players he's influenced during his years as "spiritual coordinator" and head of Fellowship of Christian Athletes at Auburn.

"REMEMBER THE CROSS" EASTER MUSICAL SET FOR APRIL 5
Frazer will present "Remember the Cross" Palm Sunday, April 5 at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary. This multimedia experience will combine a choral concert, dance, contemporary drama, ensembles, the praise band and singers, and a full orchestra. Nursery will be available for children ages 3 and under. Don't miss this celebration of the greatest truth in history- Jesus is alive!

CARING MINISTRIES WORKSHOP THIS SATURDAY AT FRAZER
If you are interested in learning more about becoming a better Christian caregiver, plan to attend the area-wide Caring Ministries Workshop at Frazer, Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Frazer members interested in enhancing their Christian care-giving skills or learning more about Stephen Ministry are encouraged to attend. The fee for Frazer members has been waived but pre-registration is required. E-mail stephenministry@frazerumc.org or call Linda Best at 272-8622 for more information.

DON’T MISS YOUTH WORSHIP ARTS DINNER THEATRE THIS WEEKEND
Frazer’s Youth Worship Arts invites you to a “Rodeo Roundup” dinner theatre in the Fellowship Hall Saturday, March 28 at 6 p.m. and Sunday, March 29 at 12:15 p.m. Come in support of our summer mission trip to San Antonio in June. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children, ages 10 and under. Tickets are on sale Sundays in the Atrium, in the Frazer Bookstore and Music Office or from any Youth Worship Arts member.

YARD CROSSES FOR EASTER AVAILABLE MARCH 29
Crosses for Easter can be placed in the yard anytime during Lent and draped with the purple cloth. Be sure to put out your cross by Palm Sunday, April 5. If you would like a cross for your yard or need a replacement, a limited number of crosses will be available in the Atrium Sunday, March 29. This outward sign can be a powerful witness and a reminder to our neighbors of the significance of this holy season. For more information, please call Joyce Lee at 272-4100.

SIGN UP NOW FOR FIRST PLACE WELLNESS PROGRAM
First Place 4 Health is a Christ-centered total wellness program that will be offered at Frazer, beginning April 13. Groups will meet from 8:45-10 a.m. or 5:45-7 p.m. To find out more, stop by the Welcome Desk in the Atrium or call Deborah at 271-0612 or e-mail her at dbeard0612@knology.net. An orientation meeting will be held Tuesday, March 24 at 6 p.m. in room 3101. All first time participants are required to attend this meeting.

CHECK OUT SPECIAL PROGRAMMING ON WFRZ THIS WEEK
“Departures,” a series of six half-hour programs on death and dying, will begin airing Monday, March 30 on WFRZ. The programs will run each week as follows: Mondays- 6 p.m., Wednesdays - 8 p.m., Fridays- 11 p.m., Saturdays - 4:30 p.m. and Sundays - 5:30 p.m. Dr. Don Hill is the host of this series that covers topics including hospice care, wills, organ donation, spiritual readiness and other important issues.

WFRZ will re-air “Shine Your Light” March 25 at 7 p.m. and March 27 at 7:30 p.m. Catch the re-air of S.P.I.R.I.T. featuring Southbound Glory March 26 and March 28 at 8 p.m

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS DUE BY MARCH 31
Frazer’s Charitable Trust is now accepting scholarship applications for a limited number of grants for the 2009 year. Applications are available in the church office and must be returned no later than March 31.

ALPHA & OMEGA CLASS SPRING BAKE SALE COMING SOON
The Alpha and Omega Sunday School class will sponsor its first Spring Bake Sale Sunday, April 5 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Atrium. Come shop our selection of cakes, cookies, candy and Easter basket goodies. All proceeds will help fund missions projects.

PRAYER FOR DEPLOYED MEMBERS
If you have family deployed overseas, please let us know so we can pray for them. Call Bob at 495-6345 or e-mail bob@frazerumc.org

FRESH GREENERY AND FLOWERS NEEDED FOR EASTER
Frazer’s special decorations team needs your help to decorate the church for Easter. Please bring ivy, greenery and fresh cut flowers to the Sanctuary doors near the Chapel between 8-9 a.m. Saturday, April 11. Suggestions for flowers include azaleas, boxwoods and magnolias.

Children & Student Opportunities
YOUTH MISSIONS BARBECUE TICKETS ON SALE NOW
It’s that time of year, when pigs begin to fly and tickets are on sale for the 19th Annual Youth Missions Barbecue. This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, May 2 and all proceeds will help Frazer send 75 students to the Dominican Republic this summer. Tickets are now available for $7 each, in the C.R.A.V.E. Student Ministry office during the week and in the Atrium Sundays.

REGISTER NOW FOR UPCOMING YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES
All Confirmation Class students should plan to attend a required overnight retreat at Frazer, April 17-18. Register now for this time of fun, food, fellowship and learning as we prepare for Confirmation graduation on May 3. Cost is $20 and the deadline to register is April 1. For more information, call
the C.R.A.V.E. Student Ministry Office at 272-8622.

All seventh through 12th grade guys and their fathers are invited to the Tender Warriors Guys’ Retreat, April 17-18. NFL Hall of Famer Anthony Munoz and his son Michael will speak as we explore God’s true definition of a real man–the Tender Warrior he desires for you to be. Cost is $30 for students or $50 for father and student. Space is limited so call the C.R.A.V.E. office at 272-8622 or pick up a registration form today.

Serving & Volunteer Opportunities
CAN YOU LEND A HELPING HAND? VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR SEVERAL AREAS
Several ministries have an immediate need for volunteers at this time. If you are interested in serving in one of these areas, please call Beverly Harwick, Volunteer Coordinator, at 495-6336 or e-mail beverly@frazerumc.org.

• Atrium Welcome Desk volunteers are needed to fill slots from 8-10 a.m. and 2- 5 p.m., Mondays through Fridays.
• Activity Center Control Desk volunteers are needed Mondays through Fridays. Hours are flexible.
• Men are needed Sunday, April 12 at 5 a.m. to set up at Winton Blount Park for the Easter Sunrise Service.
• The Children’s Ministry needs Wavemakers Sunday School teachers.

LIGHTS, CAMERA, PROJECTOR, SOUND... WE NEED YOU!
If you have technical skills with audio-visual equipment, sound systems or lighting and would like to explore important opportunities to use your gifts in our church, we want to hear from you. Frazer is seeking to expand our pool of available technicians for worship services and other events. For more information, e-mail Communications Director Ken Roach at ken@frazerumc.org.

Discipleship & Fellowship Opportunities
OLDER ADULT FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Join us for Friends, Thursday, March 19 at 11 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Bible study leader Faye Gaston will present the topic “Loving God with our Minds.” A complimentary lunch will be served at 11:45 a.m.

FISHERS OF MEN FELLOWSHIP EVENT THIS MONTH
The Real Men’s Bible study group will host a fish cookout Thursday, March 19 at 6:30 p.m. at Frazer’s outdoor pavilion. All men are invited to join us for good food, fellowship and fun. Cost is $5 and tickets are available from any Lion Chasers member or by calling Dale Todd at 657-0866.

“NOT FOR SALE” VIDEO PRESENTATION MARCH 25
The documentary,”Not For Sale,” based on the book by David Batstone, will be shown Wednesday, March 25 at 6 p.m. in room 3101. This video is part of the Wednesday Bible study series “The Bible Says...” and explores the issue of human trafficking and the organizations and people working to end human slavery. A discussion will follow the presentation. All interested in learning about this topic are welcome. For more information, call E.L. Perry at 514-1461.

Pastor's Points (Continued)
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Last Saturday the Children’s Ministry, under the leadership of Marsha McGehee, along with Butch McPherson from the Win Pod, led children and their parents in a wonderful gift of service in distributing 40,000 pounds of potatoes in West Montgomery. The Lion Chasers, part of our Men’s Ministry under the leadership of Rick Holston, did the heavy work of unloading a semi-trailer in preparation for the children and their parents who re-bagged all of the potatoes for distribution. To God be the glory.

Last Sunday evening the Board of Stewards convened in their monthly session and as the Scripture says, “great grace was upon them all.” The Board Chairman Carl Bartlett, Lay Leader Mark Kingry, and Finance Chairman Beebe Frederick have provided excellent leadership in recent weeks. They are true leaders. To God be the glory.

The Board of Stewards is directing the Council on Ministry under the leadership of Don Bascom to organize itself into the Strategic Planning Team for our 1,000-Day Strategy. Shane Segars will work as the staff representative. We will achieve God’s dreams for the future of our community and our world because of the Christian leaders here.
To God be the glory.

Last Thursday pastors from around the country spent a day here in a leadership Incubator, and Rick Holston’s Men’s Incubator cooked for them the most wonderful southern dinner. It was outstanding. To God be the glory.
In recent weeks one of Frazer’s outstanding young leaders, Anthony Leigh, was named the Vice President of Development of Huntingdon College. A great choice for the college! To God be the glory.

Thursday evening women from many churches gathered in the Sanctuary for a service of worship. Kim Hendrix is an able teacher and both she and Women’s Ministry leader Susan Fisher are extraordinary spiritual leaders. To God be the glory.

In recent days we have been blessed by incredible music from the Sanctuary choir, Good News Singers, Shine Your Light, Youth Worship Arts, and Children’s choirs. Jerrod Dorminey is doing a great job leading Wesley Hall worship. To God be the glory.

Upward Basketball, under the leadership of Craig McKissick, and coached by many volunteers, had 110 professions of faith in their celebration event. To God be the glory.

We can all be grateful for these and other evidences of God among us, but I have a feeling we haven’t seen anything yet!

Barry

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Mario Aman
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MARCH 18
Hot dogs, hamburgers, baked beans, potato salad, dessert.

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